More three-lane I-81 expansion work set to begin this month Ian Price February 9, 2022 1 minute read Starting mid this month work will begin on Interstate 81 in Roanoke County and Salem to make it a three-lane road. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: New details released in deputy-involved fatal shootingNext: Musical returns to Showtimers stage Related Stories Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026 Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026